Rick Ross's Daughter, Toie Roberts, Shares Message To Lil Poppa The death of Lil Poppa, whose real name was Janarious Wheeler, has left his family and fans in emotional turmoil. On March 3, Toie Roberts — the mother of his child and daughter of rapper Rick Ross — released a heartfelt and unfiltered tribute on Instagram, which also served as a direct message to critics. In her first post, Roberts addressed Wheeler by his middle name, writing, “MYKEL..what’s understood don’t ever have to explained especially to the internet.” The post, which appeared as an open letter to the Jacksonville rapper, who died on February 18, expressed her profound grief. “Nothing could EVER describe the pain,” she wrote, describing the “reality changing before my eyes.” She questioned why Wheeler seemed “in a rush to leave us,” before acknowledging, “deep down, I know you didn’t mean to.” Her sorrow was particularly focused on their young son. “ESPECIALLY NOT KOFI,” she added. “23 what I’m supposed to tell our bayboy?” Roberts reflected on the evolution of her relationship with Wheeler, calling them “2 peas in a pod that turned into the BIGGG 3.” She expressed how their bond grew from young parents into a close-knit family, asking, “What’s the big 3 without you P???” Despite public challenges, she emphasized that “the ‘beef’ was never bigger than what we shared.” She closed her message with faith and determination: “Janarious, I got J’nar. You go on & get your rest… we’ll be fine.” Her Instagram Stories took a more confrontational tone, addressing online critics who had speculated about Wheeler’s death. Acknowledging his belief that “it’s the internet, you can’t beat it,” Roberts dismissed those who blamed her for his passing. “Y’ALL DON’T KNOW SHIT,” she wrote, calling critics “psychotic & insensitive.#lil_poppa #toie_roberts #rick_ross #janarious_wheeler #kofi
Toie Roberts Honors Late Partner Lil Poppa Amid Public Scrutiny Toie Roberts, the daughter of rapper Rick Ross, has publicly addressed the death of her son’s father, Lil Poppa, following his passing on February 18 at age 25. In a heartfelt social media post, Roberts reflected on the profound loss while defending the nature of her relationship with the late artist, whose real name was Janarious Mykel Wheeler. She emphasized that critics who judged their relationship online failed to grasp the depth of their bond. Roberts wrote, “MYKEL…what’s understood don’t ever have to explained especially to the internet! nothing could EVER describe the pain, the thoughts, the constant heartbreak of it all.” She described the emotional toll of losing someone so close, noting how their lives had been irrevocably changed. “our reality changing before my eyes… I’ve been wondering how could you be so in a rush to leave us so suddenly & torturing… for us to go on without you in life,” she shared, acknowledging her grief while expressing her belief that Lil Poppa did not intend to cause harm. The post also served as a rebuttal to online speculation about her role in his death. Roberts dismissed critics who blamed her, stating, “Y’ALL DON’T KNOW SH#T! Y’ALL DON’T KNOW ME! Y’ALL DONT KNOW US!” She highlighted that the public only saw fragments of their relationship, including moments they were not proud of, but stressed that their connection was deeper than any outside perception. “the world publicly seen some of our worst moments, which we weren’t proud of but the ‘beef’ was never bigger than what we shared & created.” Roberts also grappled with the challenge of raising their young son without his father.#lil_poppa #toie_roberts #rick_ross #janarious_mykel_wheeler #jnar
Jacksonville Rapper Lil Poppa's Funeral Set for March 7: Details Revealed The funeral service for Jacksonville rapper Lil Poppa, whose death was ruled a suicide, will be held on March 7 at Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church in his hometown. The event, expected to draw a large crowd, will feature strict security measures and restrictions on photography and recording devices. Lil Poppa, born Janarious Wheeler, died on February 18 in Georgia at the age of 25. According to the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office, his death resulted from a gunshot wound to the head, confirmed as a suicide. The rapper, who had gained significant attention in the music industry, was known for his work with Yo Gotti's Collective Music Group, which he joined in 2022. His career included the release of several tracks, such as "Love & War," "Mind Over Matter," and "HAPPY TEARS," as well as projects like "Almost Normal Again." The funeral will take place at Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church, located at 1118 W. Beaver St., starting at 10 a.m. Pastor Harry Williams, who confirmed the details to First Coast News, stated that the service is open to the public but emphasized the need for strict security. Attendees will be prohibited from using phones, recording devices, or cameras, with those who violate the rules being escorted out. At the time of his death, Lil Poppa had nearly one million followers on Instagram and over 600,000 monthly listeners on Spotify, reflecting his growing influence in the hip-hop scene. His passing has sparked discussions about mental health, with the article noting that help is available through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.#lil_poppa #shiloh_metropolitan_baptist_church #pastor_harry_williams #yo_gotti_collective_music_group #fulton_county_medical_examiner
